Zimbabwe has Africa's largest lithium reserves and is the world's sixth-largest lithium producer and supplier. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Kamativi, about 700 kilometers from the capital Harare, where investors have poured millions of dollars into their lithium venture.
Bank is expected to announce gold-backed currency Friday to replace country’s worthless dollar
Zimbabwe is attempting to turn its biggest trash dump into a source of biogas, a renewable energy source that can be used to produce electricity. But as Columbus Mavhunga reports from Harare, some residents say the project is draining the city's scarce resources.
The U.N. immediately responded, saying it would help Zimbabwe alleviate the effects of El Nino-induced drought
The government in Zimbabwe says it will not rush to declare a national disaster, although drought is ravaging all districts
The World Food Program says Zimbabwe is at the peak of its lean season with 2.7 million people across the country facing food insecurity even before effects of an ongoing drought kick in. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Mangwe, one of the most affected districts.
Zimbabwe maintains good relations with Russia despite international sanctions on Moscow for its war in Ukraine
Officials in Zimbabwe — Africa's largest tobacco producer — hope this year’s crop will boost the country’s ailing economy. However, demand is not as high as it used to be, and calls are growing for Zimbabwe to move away from tobacco due to health concerns. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Harare.
A group of women from small hold farms in Zimbabwe have mobilized resources to build a shelter for expectant mothers who live far from the nearest clinic. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Mashava, Zimbabwe, south of the capital, Harare.
The modified sanctions hit President Mnangagwa and other senior officials, while others are removed from the list
Many sanctions have been lifted, but new ones have been imposed on the president and other leaders
Authorities received a threatening email at Victoria Falls airport
The state prosecutors accused Biti of calling Aleshina “stupid” and pointing at her in 2020.
News site reported on corruption by generals regarding their housing
Zimbabwe has launched an emergency polio vaccination campaign to contain a new outbreak, even as it fights a cholera outbreak that has claimed close to 500 lives. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Harare. Camera: Blessing Chigwenhembe.
Zimbabweans speak out on both sides of the issue
Analysts say the problem is a result of high levels of poverty. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Harare, where analysts say Zimbabwe's crime rate is increasing because poverty has left people in desperate conditions. Camera: Blessing Chigwenhembe
Economists say the move will help stabilize Zimbabwe's currency but must be backed with fiscal discipline
Not everyone is happy with the decision, given that Zimbabwe's crime rate is rising as the economy continues to decline
A 22-year-old Zimbabwean with cerebral palsy is hoping to compete in the 2024 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in Calgary starting later this month. Meanwhile, groups in Zimbabwe advocating for disabled people's rights are hoping to turn government policy into law. Columbus Mavhunga reports.
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